Yes, Stewart was far from impartial in his long run on his satirical “The Daily Show.” But he hasn’t played favorites within the Democratic Party. And many folks trust him: 150,000 have signed a petition pushing for him to host a presidential gig.

Frankly, having a star host may be the only way to get many folks to watch a Democratic contest. The candidates sure don’t offer anything to rival Donald Trump’s ratings magic.

One caveat: In the interests of democracy, the Stewart-run debate should be a new addition to the schedule.

The Republicans have 12 total battles planned; why are Democrats only doing six? The party had 15 debates in 2004 and 25 in ’08. Do they disagree about so little these days?

It’s an open secret that this is a bid to shield Hillary Clinton.

As Maryland ex-Gov. Martin O’Malley (who has endorsed the Stewart idea) put it:, “It’s all about trying to pre-ordain the outcome, circle the wagons and close off debate. If . . . there’d be no campaign at all — that’s what they’d really like.”

What the people would like, clearly, is more Jon Stewart. So give it to them: Add another debate and let Stewart give Democrats a show.